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Getting Started With Data Management [Podcast #329]


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There’s a lot of data we store, process and use in church. We don’t always realise just how much we’re working with. And once we realise this, it can be overwhelming making sense of it so that we can serve our church and community more effectively. In this episode Blessing Mpofu has a conversation with Jono Hesp, who has extensive experience working data, church management systems. They talk about getting started with data management in your church. Moving from not having data or database systems to understanding your church’s trends.

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The Art of Making Church Admin Disappear


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I’m one of the odd ones. I don’t just like admin, but I love admin when it works. When it blends seamlessly into the background. That is how most ministers or people feel about admin — they like it when it disappears. But church admin only disappears into the background when you’ve done it well. When you’ve been intentional about it. 

Until then, church administration takes the wind out of ministers’ sails. Just mention the word admin and you are met with a groan. Alas, we all have to do some form of admin to effectively minister to the people God entrusted to us.

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One Size Fits All? [Podcast #283]


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Does one size really fit all?

Is it a good idea to use a “Swiss Army knife” tech solution?

The answer may surprise you — but probably not. 😉

What are some of your favorite all-in-one solutions? Why do you like or dislike all-in-one solutions? Tell us on Twitter @ChurchMag using #cmagcast or by email at [email protected] and we’ll share it on an upcoming episode.

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Why You Should Use A Church Management System


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Regardless of the size of your church you don’t have the luxury of debating when and why you should use church management system (ChMS) or software. If anything, this post is helping you clarify the why. I’ll also suggest some self-diagnostic questions. We’ll also explore what should / shouldn’t be happening in churches already using ChMS. So, churches already using ChMS should also find this useful.

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